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Marc Heu Pâtisserie Paris is a Hmong-French patisserie redefining French pastry through artistry, cultural storytelling, and community impact. Our worhas been recognized by local and national publications for both culinary excellence and social leadership.

Marc Heu Pâtisserie Paris blends classical French technique with a distinctly Hmong worldview. Founded by husband-and-wife team Chef Marc Heu and COO Gaosong Heu, the patisserie is known for its artisanal pastries, cultural storytelling, community impact, and mentorship-driven workforce. The patisserie employs 27 team members, 85% women, representing 5 languages and 12 nationalities.


For interviews, features and media inquires:

Contact Gaosong Heu, Co-Owner and C.O.O

gaosongvh@marcheuparis.com


OWNER AWARDS

  • Gaosong Heu | 40 Under 40- Most Influential Leaders in Business
    • Minneapolis Business Journal, 2026
  • Gaosong Heu | 35 Most Influential Hmong Leaders in 35 Years
    • Hmong American Partnership, 2025
  • Chef Marc Heu | James beard award-Semi-finalist
    • Outstanding Pastry Chef/Baker, 2024
  • Chef Marc Heu | Charlie Awards 
    • Nominated Best Pastry Chef, 2020

BUSINESS AWARDS

  • Mpls/St. Paul Magazine (2025) 
    • Gold, Best Bakery Cafe (readers’ choice)
  • 24/7 Tempo (2023)
    • Best Bakery in MN
  • MPLS/ST. PAUL MAGAZINE (2022)
    • Best Restaurant


NOTABLE COLLABORATIONS

AFFILIATIONS

  • Alliance Française
  • Que-It
  • Minneapolis Community Education 
  • Porsche, St. Paul
  • Target Corp.
  • Lenôtre, Plaisir, France
  • Stoher, Paris, France
  • Pre Catalan, Paris, France
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